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title: "Building Characterisation Study 2"
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buyer: "DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY"
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# Building Characterisation Study 2

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a57ba44e-2621-4cd5-bf75-9afe193d7b53

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, a prominent entity in Salisbury, England, has awarded a contract titled "Building Characterisation Study 2". This contract pertains to the industry category of building surveying services and is situated at Dstl Porton Down. Procured through a selective method via a call-off from the Scape Framework, the process reached the award stage on 1st September 2025, following the tender period which ended on 13th August 2025. The contract, valued at £191,397.01, commenced on 15th August 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2026. The procurement did not specifically target SMEs or VCSEs.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for large businesses in the building surveying sector, especially those adept at working within framework agreements. Engaging in such governmental projects can propel business growth by providing significant contract value and enhancing industry reputation. The opportunity suits firms experienced with detailed characterisation studies, especially in complex defence-related environments, allowing them to leverage their expertise while potentially forming a long-term strategic partnership with the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory.

## Notice

Building characterisation study in a building at Dstl Porton Down, placed via the Scape Framework

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/871665bc-99c7-44a0-aff4-5170468b4ce8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £191,397 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £191,397 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP4 0JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PERFECT CIRCLE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71315300 - Building surveying services

## Release History

- 1 Sep 2025 at 15:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/871665bc-99c7-44a0-aff4-5170468b4ce8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/871665bc-99c7-44a0-aff4-5170468b4ce8
  1st September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/90c434c5-a3fb-417e-b58d-853466047f67

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